Cal Poly Pomona Foundation Employment Services

ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY

SUMMARY: Currently searching for four Part-Time Undergraduate Student Assistants to work on the grant project “An Experiential Learning Approach: US Wool and Water Re-Use for Sustainable Development” under the supervision of Dr. Helen Trejo, Principal Investigator.

ABOUT US: As the largest employer of students on the Cal Poly Pomona campus, the Foundation offers valuable work experience and hands-on training to approximately 1,500 Cal Poly Pomona students each year. The Foundation offers positions in various fields; whether it is in the area of technology, science, retail, culinary arts, hospitality1500 management, leadership or research grants, these student employees participate in Cal Poly Pomona's learn-by-doing philosophy and acquire practical skills in their designated field of study.

The Foundation also contributes operating support to nearly 1,100 Foundation and scholarship programs every year, including Bronco Athletics and the Norman J. Priest Scholarship. In addition, the Foundation administers grants and contracts, contributes to campus security, and supports several university publications. The Foundation contributes over $1 million annually to Cal Poly Pomona.

SOME OF THE THINGS THAT YOU WILL GET TO DO (this is just a small sampling of work variety):

This part-time position will involve engaging in wool outreach activities. To prepare, this may include reading academic literature, data visualization, collaboration, and participation in department, campus and/or academic presentations. Will be expected to attend project meetings to remain updated about progress and future goals.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be a Cal Poly Student pursuing an Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Merchandising & Management
• Excellent English verbal communication and writing skills
• Responsible and dependable with strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work well with various people in academic and community environments

To be considered for this position submit the following:

• Resume/CV
• A cover letter describing your qualifications, previous research experiences, fit for the position, and future goals.
• Copy of transcripts (unofficial is acceptable)

Preferred

Interest in community engagement and undergraduate research

Experience with Microsoft Excel, Adobe Suite, and willingness to learn about software for data analysis (i.e., GIS, Python, SPSS).

CSU along with Cal Poly Pomona Foundation require faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare an exemption from doing so. The systemwide policy can be found at COVID-19 Vaccination Interim Policy and any questions may be sent to fdnhr@cpp.edu.

Cal Poly Pomona Foundation, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Cal Poly Pomona Foundation, Inc. may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodation with the employer.